Irwin G245/8 Gilbow General Purpose Straight Tin Snips 8 Inch / 200mm The Irwin G245/18s are 8 Inch / 200mm long Tin Snips referred to as \'Gilbows\'. Irwin Gilbow snips and shears have a cutting capability much greater than the strength of the user. The original tin snips were first designed in 1924 and have dominated the sheet metal cutting industry. Features: UNIQUE NON-SLIP JOINT - set and tested for a perfect cut. This should be re-adjusted only after sharpening DOUBLE, HOLLOW GROUND BLADES - reduce friction for easier cutting DROP-FORGED - carbon tool steel handles and blades SAFETY STOP - prevents trapped fingers Specification: Size: 8 Inch / 200mm